CannaInsider - Interviews with the Business Leaders of The Legal Cannabis, Marijuana, CBD Industry
244 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 631 ratingsMatthew Kind from the website CannaInsider provides weekly interviews with the leading voices of the rapidly growing Cannabis, Marijuana Industry. Listen in and learn as visionaries discuss the trends and technology that are shaping the industry. Each week you’ll learn about; what is going on in The Marijuana Industry, what states are legalizing and when, what jobs are being created by both recreational and Medical Marijuana (MMJ) legalization, ways to invest in cannabis businesses, and fun and safe ways to partake in Marijuana Tourism. Looking for more? We also interview various experts including: cannabis chemists, dispensary owners, manufacturers of marijuana infused products (MIPS), seed companies, marijuana and cannabis investors and entrepreneurs.
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Ep 355 - This Cannabis Banking Company Is Changing the Game, Here's How
July 12, 2021 09:00 - 29 minutes - 23.9 MBWhile cannabis banking still has its challenges, Safe Harbor Financial is on course to make those challenges a thing of the past. Here to tell us about it is Safe Harbor CEO Sundie Seefried. Learn more at https://shfinancial.org Key Takeaways: [00:57] An inside look at Safe Harbor Financial, a fintech banking platform that provides cannabis companies a safe and 100% compliant place to bank [1:22] Sundie’s background in the credit union industry and how she came to start Safe Harbor ...
Ep 354 - California's Finest Flower Is Rising From the Ashes in Wine Country
July 05, 2021 09:00 - 43 minutes - 35.4 MBSome of California’s most sought-after cannabis flower also happens to come from one of the most sustainable companies in the US. Here to tell us about it and share a few of her secrets is Julia Jacobson of Aster Farms. Learn more at https://www.asterfarms.com Key Takeaways: [2:02] An inside look at Aster Farms, a sustainable cannabis brand based in northern California [2:20] Julia’s background as an entrepreneur in the tech space and how she came to start Aster Farms [3:40] Aster...
Ep 353 - The Largest Cannabis Dispensary in the World Just Got Bigger
June 28, 2021 09:00 - 28 minutes - 23 MBPlanet 13 is the largest cannabis dispensary and retail experience in the world, and it just got bigger. Here to tell us about it is Co-CEO Bob Groesbeck. Learn more at https://www.planet13lasvegas.com Key Takeaways: [00:56] An inside look at Planet 13's 112,000-square-foot cannabis superstore in Las Vegas [2:27] Bob's background and how he got into the cannabis space [4:53] How Planet 13 merges cannabis and entertainment for a unique retail experience [9:30] The organizational...
Ep 352 - A Wave of Capital Is Heading for Cannabis, Insider Gives Details
June 21, 2021 09:00 - 30 minutes - 25.1 MBIs cannabis the largest investment trend of this generation? Here to tell us why we’re about to see a wave of capital move into the industry is Todd Harrison of CB1 Capital. Learn more at https://www.cb1cap.com Key Takeaways: [00:50] An inside look at CB1 Capital, a New York-based investment manager and advisor that specializes in the supply chain of cannabinoid-based wellness solutions, products and therapies [1:13] Todd’s background and how he came to start CB1 Capital [3:46] Ho...
Ep 351 - Maine Cannabis Company Thrives in a New Market
June 14, 2021 09:00 - 31 minutes - 26 MBMaine cannabis sales are booming after dispensaries were finally given the green light to sell recreational cannabis last fall, but this new market isn't without its challenges. Here to tell us about it is Brandon Pollock of Theory Wellness. Learn more at https://theorywellness.org Key Takeaways: [2:14] An inside look at Theory Wellness, a small batch cannabis company with recreational and medical dispensaries in Massachusetts and Maine [2:57] Brandon’s background in cannabis and ...
Ep 350 - Insider Details Important Changes To The Califorina Cannabis Market
June 07, 2021 09:00 - 35 minutes - 29.2 MBCalifornia is the world’s largest cannabis market, and that means navigating everything that’s happening on the legal and regulatory front can be tricky. Here to help us is Khurshid Khoja of Greenbridge Corporate Counsel. Learn more at http://www.greenbridgelaw.com Key Takeaways: [00:54] An inside look at Greenbridge Corporate Counsel, a California business and regulatory law boutique that provides industry-focused legal expertise to cannabis companies [1:24] Khurshid’s day-to-day i...
Ep 350 - Insider Details Important Changes To The California Cannabis Market
June 07, 2021 09:00 - 35 minutes - 29.2 MBCalifornia is the world’s largest cannabis market, and that means navigating everything that’s happening on the legal and regulatory front can be tricky. Here to help us is Khurshid Khoja of Greenbridge Corporate Counsel. Learn more at http://www.greenbridgelaw.com Key Takeaways: [00:54] An inside look at Greenbridge Corporate Counsel, a California business and regulatory law boutique that provides industry-focused legal expertise to cannabis companies [1:24] Khurshid’s day-to-day i...
Ep 349 - Hemp Vodka is Taking Off, Here's Why...
May 31, 2021 09:00 - 35 minutes - 29 MBA new hemp seed vodka is winning taste tests and garnering devotees across Texas. Here to tell us about it is Ben Williams, founder of Highway Vodka. Learn more at https://www.highwayvodka.com Key Takeaways: [00:45] An inside look at Highway Vodka, the first vodka created from hemp [1:12] Ben’s background in the restaurant and bar industry and how he came to start Highway Vodka [2:11] Why hemp produces a smoother vodka than most traditional grains and how Ben figured this out over ...
Ep 348 - Cannabis Fund Eyes The Sweet Spot For Investors
May 24, 2021 09:00 - 39 minutes - 32.4 MBSome investors are seeing big opportunities in post-seed stage investing. Here to tell us about it is Patrick Rea of the Poseidon Garden Fund. Learn more at https://www.poseidonassetmanagement.com Key Takeaways: [00:44] An inside look at the Poseidon Garden Fund, a $50 million fund supporting post-seed stage cannabis businesses [1:39] Patrick’s background in cannabis, including his popular business-accelerator and venture capital fund, CanopyBoulder [2:49] The current cannabis invest...
Ep 347 - Michigan Is The Most Interesting Cannabis Market, Period
May 17, 2021 09:00 - 35 minutes - 28.8 MBThe Michigan cannabis market isn’t on everyone’s radar, but it’s large and growing faster than you might think. Here to tell us about it is Fabian Monaco of Gage Cannabis. Learn more at https://gageusa.com Key Takeaways: [1:17] An inside look at Gage Cannabis, one of the largest vertically-integrated cannabis companies in Michigan [1:45] Fabian’s background in investment banking and how he came to be president and CEO of Gage Cannabis [3:01] Michigan’s history in medical marijuana...
Ep 346 - Cannabis Retail Sales Are Expected to Double by 2025, Expert Explains Why
May 10, 2021 09:00 - 47 minutes - 65.6 MBDespite a global pandemic, cannabis is one of the few industries that has grown throughout 2020 and 2021 — and that’s nothing compared to the gangbuster growth expected through 2025. Here to tell us more is Chris Walsh, President and CEO of Marijuana Business Daily. Learn more at https://mjbizdaily.com Key Takeaways: [1:05] An inside look at Marijuana Business Daily, the most trusted business news outlet for professionals in the cannabis industry [1:41] Chris’ background in busine...
Ep 345 - Industry Veteran Explains How to Stand Out in a Crowded CBD Market
May 03, 2021 09:00 - 27 minutes - 22.6 MBHow do you stand out as a CBD company in a crowded and noisy market? Here to help us answer that question is Josh Haupt of Plant Love Naturals. Learn more at https://plantlovenaturals.com Key Takeaways: [1:17] An inside look at Plant Love, a USDA certified organic full spectrum hemp extract company based in Denver, Colorado [1:31] Josh’s decorated background in cannabis, including his popular cannabis growing guide “Three A Light” [4:36] The unique growing process behind Josh’s to...
Ep 344 - Midwest Cannabis Company Thrives In a Difficult Market
April 26, 2021 09:00 - 34 minutes - 28.1 MBWe hear a lot about what’s going on in the west coast cannabis market, but what about the midwest? Here to fill us in is Tim Schuler of Cannalicious and Detroit Edible Company. Learn more at: www.cannaliciouslabs.com www.detroitediblecompany.com Key Takeaways: [1:09] An inside look at Cannalicious and Detroit Edible Company, two of Michigan’s most successful cannabis businesses [2:00] Tim’s background working for Anheuser Busch and how he got into the cannabis space [3:42] Ho...
Ep 343 - Here's What Cannabis Consumers Are Purchasing in 2021...
April 19, 2021 09:00 - 44 minutes - 36.2 MBThe products being purchased in cannabis retail stores are changing, and this leaves cannabis companies with two options: adapt and look ahead...or get left behind. Here to help us stay on the right side of that equation is Cy Scott of Headset. Learn more at https://www.headset.io Key Takeaways: [00:55] An inside look at Headset, the leading cannabis data analytics company [1:34] Cy’s background as a co-founder of Leafly and how that led him to start Headset [3:43] The fast-evol...
Ep 342 - Cannabis Extraction is Booming - Largest Extraction Company Reveals Trends
April 12, 2021 09:00 - 42 minutes - 34.7 MBWith extracted cannabis-derived products making up about 50 percent of all cannabis products sold, extraction equipment is in high demand. Here to tell us more is Nick Tennant of Precision Extraction. Learn more at https://precisionextraction.com Key Takeaways: [00:52] An inside look at Precision Extraction, the industry leader in cannabis extraction equipment, C1D1 lab planning, and extraction training [1:40] Nick’s background in cannabis and what led him to start Precision Extract...
Ep 341 - Social Equity Initiatives Spark A Cannabis Incubator in N. California...
April 05, 2021 09:00 - 33 minutes - 27.3 MBThe Congo Club is one of the only places that carry the Red Congolese, an heirloom strain of cannabis that provides an electrifying, thought-provoking, and optimistic high. Here to tell us more about it is Amber Senter, founder of The Congo Club and Breeze Distro. Learn more at https://www.breezedistro.com Key Takeaways: [1:11] An inside look at The Congo Club and Breeze Distro, a distributor of high-quality cannabis products in California [2:31] Amber’s background and how she got...
Ep 340 - She Uses Crowdfunding To Fund Her Cannabis Soil Business
March 29, 2021 09:00 - 35 minutes - 28.7 MBIf you have a business serving cannabis growers, it can be hard to get funding. Here to walk us through her nontraditional path to funding is Liz Wald of Good Earth Organics. Learn more at goodearthorganics.com Seedinvest: https://www.seedinvest.com/goodearthorganics/series.a Email: [email protected] Key Takeaways: [00:46] An inside look at Good Earth Organics, one of the nation’s leading organic soil brands [1:05] Liz’s background and how she got into the cannabis space...
Ep 339 - GrowGeneration: Consolidating The Market For Cannabis Grower's Supplies
March 22, 2021 09:00 - 46 minutes - 38 MBHow do you take the fragmented cannabis retail supply business and consolidate it to provide both commercial and home-growers with everything they want under one roof? Here to help us answer that is Michael Salaman, president and co-founder of GrowGeneration. Learn more at https://growgeneration.com Key Takeaways: [00:50] An inside look at GrowGeneration, the nation's largest chain of specialty hydroponic and organic garden centers [1:33] Michael’s background and how he got into ...
Ep 338 - Only The Cleanest Cannabis Grows Past Government Tests
March 15, 2021 09:00 - 38 minutes - 72.1 MBFor cannabis cultivators, failing microbial and pesticide testing can be a death sentence. Here to show us how to pass these tests with flying colors is Shawn Grey of Gard’nClean. Learn more at https://gardnclean.com Key Takeaways: [00:47] An inside look at Gard’nClean, the world’s most user-friendly, point-of-use biocide for environmental sanitation [1:18] Shawn’s background and how he got into the cannabis space [4:33] The different government tests cannabis cultivators are re...
Ep 337 - Silicon Valley Switching Focus to the Cannabis Dispensary
March 08, 2021 10:00 - 32 minutes - 26.5 MBHow do you take lessons learned from Silicon Valley and apply them to cannabis POS software to help retailers save time and money? Here to help us answer that question is Barry Saik, CEO of Greenbits. Learn more at https://www.greenbits.com Key Takeaways: [00:53] An inside look at Greenbits, a cannabis retail POS software solution that provides compliance and marijuana inventory management [1:07] Barry’s background working for Intuit and how he got into the cannabis space [2:19] G...
Ep 336 - Cannabis Jobs Are Booming, CEO of Leafly Gives The Details
March 01, 2021 10:00 - 28 minutes - 23.4 MBCovid-19 has not only accelerated advancements in technology but also the types of jobs needed to support the cannabis industry. Here to tell us more is Yoko Miyashita, CEO of Leafly. Learn more at https://www.leafly.com Key Takeaways: [48:11] An inside look at Leafly, the world’s largest cannabis information resource [1:41] Yoko Miyashita’s background as a lawyer and how she got into the cannabis space [4:20] How consumer behavior has shifted in cannabis over the last five years ...
Ep 335 - Selling Cannabis Above Market Rate? Here’s How...
February 22, 2021 10:00 - 35 minutes - 28.7 MBAt a time when most cannabis cultivators are competing on price, this company is commanding a premium on their sought-after flower. Here to tell us about it is Sam Ghods of Connected Cannabis. Learn more at https://www.connectedcannabisco.com Key Takeaways: [1:00] An inside look at Connected Cannabis, the largest branded flower company in California [1:27] Sam’s background in tech and how he got into the cannabis space [5:01] How Connected Cannabis commands a premium on their flow...
Cannabis After Covid – 7 Ways The Cannabis Industry Will Change After COVID-19 (Encore)
February 15, 2021 10:00 - 14 minutes - 11.7 MBWhat will the cannabis industry look like after COVID-19? CannaInsider host Matthew Kind forecasts the 7 disruptive changes that will take place in the years to come. Check out an infographic on these 7 changes at https://www.cannainsider.com/covid Key Takeaways: How COVID-19 will impact cannabis in the next few years, including: Automated grow rooms Pathogen detection policies Contactless delivery and payment Pre-purchase of discounts cards and gift cards Results-only busine...
Ep 334 - Master Grower Shares Secrets of World Class Cannabis Cultivation
February 08, 2021 10:00 - 37 minutes - 30.2 MBCommercial cannabis growers are notoriously tight-lipped when it comes to their growing methods, but not Ryan Douglas. Today this master grower shares all the secrets you need to take your grow to the next level (including what not to do). Learn more at https://douglascultivation.com/about Key Takeaways: [00:54] An inside look at Ryan’s new book, From Seed To Success [1:35] Ryan’s background as CanopyGrowth’s expert cultivator when the company was still named Tweed [3:01] How Ry...
Ep 333 - Iconic Cannabis Company Harborside Taken Over and Moving in a New, More Profitable Direction
February 01, 2021 10:00 - 32 minutes - 26.7 MBThe end of federal prohibition of cannabis is on the horizon as we enter a new, more mature phase of growth for retailers and growers. Here to tell us more is Matt Hawkins of Harborside and Entourage Effect Capital. Learn more at https://shopharborside.com Key Takeaways: [1:20] An inside look at Matt’s work as Chairman of Harborside and Managing Partner of Entourage Effect Capital [3:56] How Matt’s background in private equity has helped him make Harborside a success [8:14] The ...
Ep 332 - The Zillow of Cannabis Properties?
January 25, 2021 10:00 - 31 minutes - 25.5 MBHow do you find real estate for cannabis businesses? Here to answer that question is Ryan George of 420 Property, the Zillow of cannabis. Learn more at https://www.420property.com Key Takeaways: [1:43] An inside look at 420 Property, the world’s largest hemp and cannabis real estate marketplace [2:06] Ryan’s background in cannabis and how he came to start 420 Property [8:51] “Green zones” and where to find them [10:06] Why both businesses and investors are choosing Ryan’s platfor...
Ep 331 - Insider Reveals How To Design a Cannabis Dispensary Customers Flock To
January 18, 2021 10:00 - 44 minutes - 36.1 MBRetail design and brand identity are pivotal to creating a successful cannabis dispensary. Here to give us some pointers is one of the industry’s top experts: Megan Stone of High Road Design Studio. Learn more at https://www.highroadstudio.com Key Takeaways: [00:46] An inside look at High Road Studio, an award-winning interior design, branding, and consulting studio for cannabis dispensaries [1:20] Megan’s background in cannabis and how she came to start High Road [4:08] How can...
Ep 330 - The Startup Behind PBR’s Cannabis Drinks Is Opening the Door to New Possibilities…
January 11, 2021 10:00 - 46 minutes - 38 MBCannabis and hemp beverages are exploding, and it’s all thanks to new breakthroughs in infusion technology. Here to tell us about it is Harold Han of Vertosa. Learn more at https://vertosa.com Key Takeaways: [00:45] An inside look at Vertosa, the infusion technology startup behind Pabst’s new THC seltzers [1:15] Harold’s background and how he came to start Vertosa [4:31] How Vertosa creates water-soluble cannabinoids through advanced nanoemulsion [9:05] Important factors Vertosa...
The Cannabinoid Science Nobody is Talking About (Holiday Encore 3 of 3)
January 04, 2021 10:00 - 43 minutes - 35.7 MBWe just reached possibly one of the largest milestones in creating pure, consistent cannabinoids in a lab. Here to tell us about it is Kevin Chen of Hyasynth Bio. Learn more at https://hyasynthbio.com Key Takeaways: [1:32] An inside look at Hyasynth Bio and its work creating biosynthesized cannabis compounds [3:05] Hyasynth Bio’s first product, an ultra-pure CBD oil created using cultured cannabinoids [7:44] How Hyasynth Bio is improving CBD production in terms of both speed and ...
These Low-THC Cannabis Drinks Are Disrupting The Alcohol Industry (Holiday Encore 2 of 3)
December 28, 2020 10:00 - 46 minutes - 38 MBIf you hand most people a cannabis drink, their first question is probably, “How high will this make me?” This one unknown might just be what’s holding cannabis beverages back. Until now. Listen in as Luke Anderson of Cann discusses the state of cannabis drinks and where he sees the category heading. Learn more at http://www.drinkcann.com/ Key Takeaways: Luke’s background in cannabis and how he came to start Cann An inside look at Cann and its mission to become the standard for c...
This Dose-Controlled Device Is Launching Cannabis Into the Wellness Arena (Holiday Encore 1 of 3)
December 21, 2020 10:00 - 35 minutes - 65.8 MBWhile thousands of new cannabis products hit the market each year, most fail to create product-market fit due to a lack of differentiation or clear-cut benefits. Today’s guest is CEO of Dosist Gunner Winston, who has simplified cannabis consumption with targeted formulas and precise dosing to create a product that is catapulting cannabis into the wellness arena. Learn more at https://dosist.com Key Takeaways: Gunner’s background in cannabis and how he came to start Dosist An insid...
Ep 329 - Surging Interest in Cannabis Vaginal Health Products
December 14, 2020 10:00 - 42 minutes - 34.8 MBAn area of the cannabis marketplace gaining steam in a big way is women’s health. Here to tell us more about it is Cyo Nystrom of Quim, CBD-infused products for vaginal health and sexual wellness. Learn more at https://itsquim.com/shop/ Key Takeaways: [00:43] An inside look at Quim, a line of CBD-infused lubricants and everyday proactive vaginal health products [00:58] Cyo’s background and how she came to start Quim [10:44] The benefits of cannabis for female vaginal health and se...
Ep 312 - Cannabis Plant Breeding Expert Explains How to Create Thriving Plant (Encore)
December 07, 2020 10:00 - 46 minutes - 37.7 MBA critical component of any cannabis cultivator’s business is establishing best practices around breeding plants. Here to tell us how to create thriving genetic nurseries is Matt Gaboury of House of Cultivar. Learn more at https://www.seattlecannabis.co/house-of-cultivar/ Key Takeaways: [1:04] An inside look at House of Cultivar, the largest cultivator in Seattle, WA [2:03] Why Matt has shifted his focus from designing grow facilities to plant breeding [4:51] Types of clients Hous...
Cannabis Plant Breeding Expert Explains How to Create Thriving Plant (Encore)
December 07, 2020 10:00 - 46 minutes - 37.7 MBA critical component of any cannabis cultivator’s business is establishing best practices around breeding plants. Here to tell us how to create thriving genetic nurseries is Matt Gaboury of House of Cultivar. Learn more at https://www.seattlecannabis.co/house-of-cultivar/ Key Takeaways: [1:04] An inside look at House of Cultivar, the largest cultivator in Seattle, WA [2:03] Why Matt has shifted his focus from designing grow facilities to plant breeding [4:51] Types of clients Hous...
Ep 328 - The World’s First Cannabis Inhaler Is Disrupting the Wellness Industry
November 30, 2020 10:00 - 43 minutes - 35.3 MBEntrepreneurs are bringing pharmaceutical science to the cannabis world to create products that provide consistent and predictable benefits. Here to tell us more about it is Andreas Boeckl, founder and CEO of Dispersa Labs. Learn more at https://www.breathesula.com Key Takeaways: [1:14] An inside look at Dispersa Labs, a biotech company using dry powder inhalation technology to create breathable cannabis [1:54] Andreas’ background and how he came to start Dispersa Labs [6:43] Wh...
Ep 328 - The World’s First Cannabis Inhaler Is Disrupting the Wellness Industry
November 30, 2020 10:00 - 43 minutes - 35.3 MBEntrepreneurs are bringing pharmaceutical science to the cannabis world to create products that provide consistent and predictable benefits. Here to tell us more about it is Andreas Boeckl, founder and CEO of Dispersa Labs. Learn more at https://www.breathesula.com Key Takeaways: [1:14] An inside look at Dispersa Labs, a biotech company using dry powder inhalation technology to create breathable cannabis [1:54] Andreas’ background and how he came to start Dispersa Labs [6:43] Wh...
Ep 327 - Insider Details the Mega Trends Impacting the Cannabis Industry
November 23, 2020 10:00 - 58 minutes - 46.9 MBWhat will the cannabis industry look like in the next few years? Paul Rosen of Global Go shares the nine trends shaping cannabis worldwide (and wait till you hear #4). Learn more at https://globalgo.consulting Key Takeaways: [2:22] An inside look at Global Go, one of the world’s leading consulting firms for cannabis and hemp businesses [4:34] Paul’s background and how he got into the cannabis space [10:03] The nine trends shaping cannabis on a global scale, beginning with catastro...
Ep 326 - How Contract Manufacturers Can Scale Your Cannabis Product
November 16, 2020 10:00 - 48 minutes - 39 MBIs it better to produce your own cannabis products? Or outsource to expert manufacturers while you focus on your brand? Here to tell us is Alex Rowland, CEO of NewTropic. Learn more at https://www.newtropic.com Key Takeaways: [00:51] An inside look at NewTropic, a leading cannabis manufacturer based in Santa Rosa, California [1:18] Alex’s background in cannabis and how he came to start NewTropic [5:56] Examples of NewTopic’s average clientele - particularly unlicensed brands looki...
Ep 325 - Investors Getting in Early Thanks to the First Member-Managed Cannabis Fund
November 09, 2020 10:00 - 41 minutes - 33.5 MBAs the cannabis industry matures, new and innovative ways are emerging that allow investors to capture a stake in the growth of young cannabis companies. Here to tell us about it is Jeffrey Finkle of Arcview Ventures. Learn more at https://arcviewgroup.com Key Takeaways: [00:52] An inside look at Arcview Ventures, the leading private investment network and market research firm in the cannabis space [1:34] Jeffrey’s background and how he got into the cannabis space [4:39] How Ar...
Ep 324 - The Cannabinoid Science Nobody is Talking About
November 02, 2020 10:00 - 43 minutes - 35.7 MBWe just reached possibly one of the largest milestones in creating pure, consistent cannabinoids in a lab. Here to tell us about it is Kevin Chen of Hyasynth Bio. Learn more at https://hyasynthbio.com Key Takeaways: [1:32] An inside look at Hyasynth Bio and its work creating biosynthesized cannabis compounds [3:05] Hyasynth Bio’s first product, an ultra-pure CBD oil created using cultured cannabinoids [7:44] How Hyasynth Bio is improving CBD production in terms of both speed and ...
Ep 323 - How Cannabis Retailers Are Leaking Data to Competitors
October 26, 2020 09:00 - 46 minutes - 37.5 MBJust as oil powered the old economy of atoms, data powers the new economy of bits. Here to tell us how to leverage our cannabis business data and market more effectively is Nicholas Paschal of Alpine IQ. Learn more at https://alpineiq.com Key Takeaways: [1:02] An inside look at Alpine IQ, a data analytics and marketing platform for cannabis companies [1:27] Nick’s personal background and how he got into the cannabis space [7:24] Why it’s important for companies to take protective...
Ep 322 - Startup Founder Finds Success Helping People Grow Just One Cannabis Plant
October 19, 2020 09:00 - 42 minutes - 34.5 MBThis startup took away all the complexity of growing your first cannabis plant at home and found product-market fit. Here to delve into the story of A Pot For Pot is founder Joshua Mezher. Get a 10% discount by using the coupon code "insider" at check out at https://www.apotforpot.com Key Takeaways: [00:59] An inside look at A Pot For Pot, the best outdoor and indoor growing kits for marijuana, cannabis, and other fresh herbs [1:18] Joshua’s background and how he came to start A Pot ...
Cannabis After Covid – 7 Ways The Cannabis Industry Will Change After COVID-19 - Encore
October 12, 2020 09:00 - 14 minutes - 11.7 MBWhat will the cannabis industry look like after COVID-19? CannaInsider host Matthew Kind forecasts the 7 disruptive changes that will take place in the years to come. Check out an infographic on these 7 changes at https://www.cannainsider.com/covid Key Takeaways: How COVID-19 will impact cannabis in the next few years, including: Automated grow rooms Pathogen detection policies Contactless delivery and payment Pre-purchase of discounts cards and gift cards Results-only busine...
Ep 321 - Cannabis Drinks Are Hot, But Only If The Formulation Is Perfect
October 05, 2020 09:00 - 51 minutes - 42 MBAre cannabis and hemp beverages on the verge of explosion? It all comes down to the fickle whims of beverage consumers. Here to tell us more about it is Jonathan Schultz of Backyard Soda. Learn more at https://www.backyardsodas.com Key Takeaways: [2:09] An inside look at Backyard Soda, a Denver-based startup creating all-natural, non-alcoholic, CBD-infused sodas and cocktail syrups [3:28] Jonathan’s background and how he came to start Backyard Soda [9:36] What beverage consumers ...
Ep 320 - Cannabis Skincare With THC Is Changing The Market
September 28, 2020 09:00 - 40 minutes - 33.2 MBWe’ve seen some hemp skincare products, but now entrepreneurs are developing skin and beauty products with THC above the 0.3% threshold. Here to tell us about it is Bridget May of Green Bee Botanicals. Learn more at https://greenbeebotanicals.com Green Bee Botanicals is partnering with the Clean Label Project which is a national nonprofit with the mission to bring truth and transparency to food and consumer product labeling. They give awards to products that pass their strict independ...
Ep 319 - Cannabis CEO Says Sleep Aids Are the Next Big Thing
September 21, 2020 09:00 - 36 minutes - 29.7 MBCan you mix together compounds like caffeine and THC to create a thriving new market category? Here to help us answer that question is Peter Barsoom of 1906. Learn more at https://1906newhighs.com Key Takeaways: [00:48] An inside look at 1906 and its mission to redefine the edibles category with better-tasting, more effective products [1:28] Peter’s background and how he came to start 1906 [3:19] How cannabis use changed after the Pure Food and Drugs Act of 1906 [4:12] 1906’s un...
Ep 318 - How To Advertise Your Cannabis Brand Legally
September 14, 2020 09:00 - 34 minutes - 48 MBAdvertising cannabis is banned in most of the US, so how can a cannabis company get the word out? Here to help us find solutions to this problem is Chad Bronstein of Fyllo. Learn more at https://hellofyllo.com Key Takeaways: [00:56] An inside look at Fyllo, the world's first single-solution regulatory technology for cannabis [2:25] Chad’s background and how he came to start Fyllo [3:53] How Fyllo’s data ecosystem helps cannabis companies streamline regulatory tasks and target cu...
This Dose-Controlled Device Is Launching Cannabis Into the Wellness Arena - Encore
September 07, 2020 09:00 - 35 minutes - 65.8 MBWhile thousands of new cannabis products hit the market each year, most fail to create product-market fit due to a lack of differentiation or clear-cut benefits. Today’s guest is CEO of Dosist Gunner Winston, who has simplified cannabis consumption with targeted formulas and precise dosing to create a product that is catapulting cannabis into the wellness arena. Learn more at https://dosist.com Key Takeaways: Gunner’s background in cannabis and how he came to start Dosist An insid...
Ep 317 - Emjay CEO Reveals A Surprising New Approach To Cannabis Delivery
August 31, 2020 09:00 - 57 minutes - 46.9 MBCannabis delivery platforms are evolving quickly as they find better ways to retain customers and reduce churn, and Emjay might just have the best approach yet. Here to tell us more about it is Chris Vaughn, CEO of Emjay. Learn more at https://heyemjay.com Key Takeaways: [00:51] An inside look at Emjay, a premier cannabis delivery and retail company in Los Angeles, CA [1:48] Chris’ background in the alcohol industry and how he came to start Emjay [12:27] Emjay’s hub-and-spoke bu...
Ep 316 - Opportunity Abounds In The Hemp Market, If you Know Where To Look
August 24, 2020 09:00 - 52 minutes - 42.9 MBWhile hemp is a huge and growing part of the cannabis legalization story, it’s often overlooked. Here to tell us why we should be paying closer attention to hemp is John Manlove, CEO of Bushel44. Learn more at https://www.bushel44.com Key Takeaways: [00:53] An inside look at Bushel44, a wholesale hemp software platform designed for businesses across the hemp supply chain [1:51] John’s background and how he got into the hemp space [4:16] How the hemp industry has evolved over th...